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How to Use Citronella Lemon Balm
Despite its name, lemon balm is actually a member of the mint family. Lemon balm is naturally found in parts of Europe, Asia and Africa. It is also grown commercially and in gardens around the world. Also known as Melissa officinalis, lemon balm has been used for centuries for medicinal purposes. It...More...
Differences Between the Drugs Lamicital & Seroquel
Lamictal and Seroquel are drugs approved by the Food and Drug Administration for the treatment of bipolar disorder. Lamictal is also prescribed for the treatment of seizures in patients older than 2 years old. It is not known however if it is effective in treating seizures in adult patients if it is...More...
Foods That Contain Beta Carotene
Beta carotene is an antioxidant and carotenoid that, when converted by the liver, becomes retinol, a form of active vitamin A. Beta carotene prevents cell damage, protects the body from free radicals and enhances the immune system. The U.S. Food and Drug Administration has not established daily valu...More...
Creatine Risks & Side Effects
Creatine is a substance that occurs naturally in the body and is a vital component in the building of strong skeletal muscles - like large pectoral muscles, biceps and so on. Creatine is one of the most popular and common supplements for athletes available on the market today. It is most often used ...More...
Use of Pressurized Metered-Dose Inhalers for Asthma
When using a pressurized metered-dose inhaler, how does improper technique affect the dose delivered?...More...
Not Your Typical Pharmacist: Nontraditional Career Paths
Pharmacists have many practice opportunities beyond the traditional retail and hospital settings. Is one of them right for you?...More...
How People Use DNA Markers to Classify Plants
DNA markers are DNA sequences of a gene which are located in the plant chromosomes. Every plant has its own unique DNA markers, which make it easy to distinguish it from any other plant. DNA markers help researchers study the genetic makeup of different organisms and classify them. They are able to ...More...
Safety Issues Associated With Commercially Available Energy Drinks
Given their high levels of caffeine and processed sugar, are popular energy drinks really healthy?...More...
What to Do for Depression?
Depression is a mental illness affecting some 14 million Americans. Symptoms can include weight loss or weight gain, insomnia or oversleeping and many other seemingly contradictory symptoms. The causes for depression can be just as varied, making it even more challenging to find an effective treatm...More...
Effects of Temperature on Iron Precipitation
Chemical reactions that take place in solution may produce products that are insoluble in the solvent that the reaction takes place in. Consequently, as the products are produced they do not form products that are dissolved in the solution but instead form solid products. Colloquially, chemists say ...More...
The Effects of Forced Risperdal Injections
Risperdal Consta is a long-acting "depot" medication for schizophrenia.injection image by sasha from Fotolia.comRisperdal Consta is a long-acting injectible form of risperidone, an atypical antipsychotic approved for use in schizophrenia and bipolar disorder. According to Janssen......More...
How to Write a Letter to Release Someone's Medical Records
The legal process of written requests to obtain your medical records is not as simple as it used to be. After the implementation of HIPAA, or Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act, the process became more difficult as more stringent guidelines were imposed. If you are obtaining medical...More...
Stemulite Side Effects
Fit, lean and healthy is the new "tall, dark and handsome," but sometimes, no matter how hard we work out and how carefully we watch our diet, it seems like you just have to be born that way. Supplements claiming to build muscle, burn fat and boost energy have been around for decades. Our diligence ...More...
How to Use Supplements for Weight Loss
When it comes to weight loss, exercise and healthy eating are only two of the components to consider. Adding supplements can aid fat loss and muscle gain in a variety of ways. Supplements may be used to increase energy, burn more fat, decrease stress, compensate for nutrient deficits and add muscle....More...
Side Effects of Medication for Depression
Antidepressant medications have a variety of different side effects depending on what type of medication is being taken. There are also a range of side effects that are similar for all the types, as they are all designed to affect the levels of neurotransmitters in the brain. The four main categorie...More...
Fluocinonide Cream Alternatives
Commonly prescribed for its anti-inflammatory and anti-itch qualities, fluocinonide is categorized as a topical corticosteroid cream and marketed under the brand name Lidex. Skin conditions that produce an excess of itching, red, dry skin could indicate the use of fluocinonide cream.......More...
Calcium Flouride Detox
Calcium fluoride is a soluble salt that is found naturally in seawater and underground water sources. It is important to detox from calcium fluoride if an excessive amount is consumed, because it causes dental or skeletal fluorosis. This condition weakens the bones and dental mater. Calcium fluorid...More...
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